Clover Hayworm Moth
Common NameClover Hayworm Moth
Scientific NameHypsopygia costalis
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)23
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, yellow
HabitatFields, meadows, gardens, barns, hay storage areas
Geographic RangeWidespread in Europe, Asia, and North America
Host Plantsdried hay, clover, alfalfa, stored plant material
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae, known as hayworms, feed on dried plant material, particularly hay and clover, and are often found in stored fodder.
Identification TipsKey features include the reddish-brown wings with bright yellow markings and a wide yellow outer margin or fringe on both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A small moth with reddish-brown forewings featuring two prominent yellow spots and a broad yellow fringe. The hindwings are similarly colored but often duller.
